The average train between Mainz and Apolda takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. There is an hourly train service from Mainz to Apolda. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Mainz and Apolda. The earliest departure is at 2:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Apolda at 5:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 54m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Mainz to Apolda? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Apolda. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt station and arriving at Erfurt Hbf station via Erfurt Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.
Mainz to Apolda train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Apolda train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.
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The distance between Mainz and Apolda is 256.6 km. The road distance is 318 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €40–90 and the journey takes 2h 15m.